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Carlos Rodón Controls Emotions as Yankees Win ALCS Game 1
In a thrilling Game 1 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS), Carlos Rodón emerged as the hero, leading the New York Yankees to a 5-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. This win moves the Yankees within three games of their first World Series appearance since 2009. Rodón, taking notes from fellow ace Gerrit Cole's previous playoff performance, demonstrated not only elite pitching but also newfound composure, something he had been working on since his ALDS outing.
Rodón pitched six masterful innings, holding the Guardians to just one run on three hits, and striking out nine batters. His primary weapon? A devastating slider, responsible for seven of his strikeouts, which perfectly complemented his powerful fastball. Rodón's 25 swing-and-misses set a new Yankees postseason record in the pitch-tracking era, solidifying his status as a force on the mound.
Reflecting on the mental aspect of his game, Rodón explained how he drew inspiration from Cole's calm demeanor during stressful situations, adopting that approach in this crucial game. His ability to control his emotions was key to his success, contrasting with his more erratic performance earlier in the playoffs.
The Yankees capitalized on Rodón’s dominance, with contributions from the bullpen and timely hits from Juan Soto and Aaron Judge, who added insurance runs to secure the win. Cleveland, meanwhile, struggled with control issues, as their pitchers combined for five wild pitches, tying a postseason record.
As Rodón and the Yankees gear up for the rest of the series, the team looks poised to make a deep playoff run, with their pitching staff firing on all cylinders. If Rodón can continue to pitch with the same level of focus and composure, the Yankees could be well on their way to another World Series appearance.
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